Armed Man Arrested Twice in One Day at Wisconsin Capitol, Demanding to See Governor

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Armed Man Arrested Twice in One Day at Wisconsin Capitol, Demanding to See Governor
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An armed man illegally brought a loaded handgun into the Wisconsin Capitol, demanding to see Governor Tony Evers, and later returned with an assault rifle after posting bail. The man, who claimed to want to discuss "domestic abuse towards men," was taken into custody for openly carrying a firearm in the Capitol. He posted a video of his arrest on Facebook, stating that he was armed to defend himself. After being released on bail, he returned to the Capitol with a loaded assault-style rifle and was taken into custody again. The incident highlights the ongoing security threats faced by public officials.

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